Childminder in Hackney

Overall effectiveness Good

The quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good

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The provision is good

Children show they are happy and settled. They display curiosity and interest ,as they explore a variety of activities on offer. Children behave well and listen effectively as they learn and play. They develop a good bond with the childminder, who is kind and encouraging. This helps them to feel safe and secure.

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The provision is good

Children, including those that speak English as an additional language, make good progress. They benefit from a broad curriculum that helps them to develop new knowledge and skills. Children enjoy making their own choices based on their interests, and the childminder is good at following their lead and making adjustments, to make learning relevant to children's individual needs.

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The provision is good

Children have fun participating in water play. They show good engagement as they experiment with bubbles and different capacities, pouring water and filling different-sized containers. This helps to develop their concentration and early mathematical skills. They also enjoy exploring play dough and making a variety of shapes. This helps to develop their creativity and awareness of shapes and sizes. Furthermore, children show good sharing and turn-taking skills, as they play imaginatively with some toy food. While they play, the childminder offers commentary and introduces new language and words.

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need to do better?

n Children have good opportunities to play with other children and develop their social skills. For instance, they frequently attend a variety of local playgroups and parks. This helps to build their confidence and gives them opportunities to develop their personal, social and emotional development. n The childminder is a positive role model for children. She has a warm and caring nature, and gives children clear messages about boundaries and expected behaviour. As a result, children behave well. n The childminder has established a good settling procedure to help children to settle in with ease. For instance, she takes time to gain key information about children's interests, current stage of development and needs when they first join. She then uses this information to plan experiences that they enjoy, and works towards closing any gaps in their learning. n Children have good opportunities to learn about equality and diversity. For

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instance, they have discussions about what makes them unique and their differences. They also celebrate different cultural events such as Diwali where children engage in henna hand painting. This helps to teach children about respect for each other's differences and broadens their knowledge of the wider world. n The childminder promotes children's good health and well-being. For instance,

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22 November 2022 she works closely with parents to ensure they serve nutritious and well-balanced meals and snacks. Children also have frequent opportunities to run, climb and develop their co-ordination when visiting local parks, and having lots of opportunities to be active and get fresh air. This helps to support their physical and mental health. n Parents provide positive written feedback about their children's time at the setting. They state that their children are happy, are making progress and respond well to the different trips, such as visiting a local farm. n The childminder evaluates her provision and works with the local authority advisor to learn about changes in legislation and relevant training. She also holds discussions with parents to gain ideas of how she can enhance the service she offers. n Children receive good support with their learning. The childminder engages with children well and introduces new vocabulary during play. However, on occasion,

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the childminder does not extend children's new knowledge and learning to the very highest level. n The childminder keeps all mandatory training up to date. For instance, she completes paediatric first-aid training in order to respond to a medical emergency if one was to arise. Despite this, the childminder does not take advantage of other professional development opportunities. This means her practice and the quality of education is not stretched to the highest possible level.

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Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

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Safeguarding

The childminder completes regular safeguarding training and has a secure understanding of safeguarding procedures. She knows how to recognise possible signs of neglect or harm. She also understands the action to take if she becomes worried about a child's welfare and how to get children additional support. Furthermore, the childminder recognises signs that may indicate a child is at risk of being influenced by extreme views and ideologies. In addition, the childminder carries out checks of her home to make sure all areas are safe and suitable to care for children.

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should:

n Strengthen interactions to build on how children's language skills and knowledge are extended to an even higher level n Build on professional development opportunities to enhance the quality of education to the very highest level.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 144388 Local authority Hackney Inspection number 10234229 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 3 Number of children on roll 1 Date of previous inspection 10 November 2016

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 1989. She lives in London Fields, in the London Borough of Hackney. She cares for children flexibly throughout the week, from 8am until 6pm for most of the year.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the provider received since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken this into account in their evaluation of the setting. n The inspector completed a learning walk the provider to discuss her curriculum intent and range of activities on offer. n The inspector carried out a number of observations to assess the quality of education and the experiences children have. n Parents' written views were considered during the inspection. n A range of documents were viewed. For instance, the childminder's suitability check and first-aid training certificate.

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Inspection activities

22 November 2022 We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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